Central Elem School vs Pontiac Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem School
Pontiac · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
361 students
Pontiac Jr High School
Pontiac · Public middle · Grades 6–8
326 students
| Measure | Central Elem School Pontiac, Illinois | Pontiac Jr High School Pontiac, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #799 of 2,303 | #476 of 670 |
| National rank | #24512 of 50,301 | #11699 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–1 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 361 | 326 |
| Enrollment | 361 | 326 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.3% | 50% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 24% |
| Math proficiency | – | 15% |
| city | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.9 vs 31.2).
- •Pontiac Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50% vs 67.3%).
- •Pontiac Jr High School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.4).
- •Central Elem School is the larger school with 361 students compared with 326.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central Elem School better than Pontiac Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem School ranks higher (50.9 vs 31.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Central Elem School and Pontiac Jr High School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Pontiac and Pontiac in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem School: 361. Pontiac Jr High School: 326. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem School and Pontiac Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Central Elem School is 799th of 2,303 and Pontiac Jr High School is 476th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).